BLUE FLAMINGO RESORT
3820 N ROOSEVELT BLVD, Key West FL 33040 · 305-789-2766
Last inspected May 27, 2026 · 4 visits since April 2024
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4 inspections within 14 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Discussed with operator and provided email handout.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2019058245 | Oct 8, 2019 | Jan 3, 2020 | $200 |
Inspection history
4 visits, newest first
May 27, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm), operator replaced Chlorine sanitizer, ran machine a couple times, Dishwasher (Chlorine 100ppm)
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator provided paper towels.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed at kitchen.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed plates at kitchen SS containers not inverted.
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Soiled dry wiping cloth in use.
Jul 29, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed more than a dozen eggs stored inside kitchen. Operator stored eggs inside reach in cooler for rapid cooling.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic cup stored inside hand wash sink in kitchen. Operator removed cup.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic bottles of water stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed bottles from floor.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in cooler gaskets by hand wash sink in kitchen.
Dec 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Reach-in cooler interior has accumulation of soil residues, located at cooking line.
Apr 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Discussed with operator and provided email handout.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed establishment used smoke salmon in some food items.
Observed no paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink, located at republica bar.
Observed no soap provided at handwash sink, located at republica bar.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed kitchen utensil in plastic container with water at 67°F. Discussed and coached employee in proper methods. Employee discarded water and wash utensil.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
Observed cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable, located at the cooking line.
Observed reach -in freezer interior have accumulation of soil residues, located at cooking line.
Observed wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust, throughout the kitchen area.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.